J. Thomas Soltesz (American, b.1955) "The Couriers" Original Watercolor Original watercolor of Civil War era "couriers" in an American West landscape. Watercolor on paper. Dimensions 18" x 12". The frame measures 28" x 22". The watercolor is signed and titled in the lower right corner. Tom Soltesz, a native of Pennsylvania, has been a working artist since 1972 when he began as a billboard artist in Florida. After attending the Colorado Institute of Art, he became a commercial artist producing designs and illustrations for numerous clients. While a commercial artist, he constantly produced and exhibited fine art paintings. He exhibits widely; is a Juried Artist Member of the California Art Club; and is one of the founding members of the BayWood Artists, a group of highly respected landscape painters who share a deep commitment to nature and to doing what they can to help preserve the remaining open spaces of the Bay Area. Very good condition.